at Scholastic in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Description:
Position: Warehouse Associate – Full Time + Great Benefits
Location: Roselle, IL
Schedule: WEEKDAYS, 2nd Shift (3:30PM – 12AM)
Pay: $15.50 + $1.50 Shift Premium
Each year Scholastic Book Fairs, in partnership with schools across the country, hosts more than 130,000 book fair events that give more than 35 million students and their families access to thousands of affordable and educational products, helping foster a lifelong love of reading.
We are currently in search of Full Time Warehouse Associate (seasonal) to help our facilities build book fairs for schools. This full time position offers medical, dental and vision benefits, a time off program that includes vacation, personal days, and sick time, a generous 50% off discount on Scholastic merchandise, and a 401k with a company match.
Join our Company’s mission to encourage reading and promote lifelong learning, and demonstrate our values of caring and respect for all people!
Job Requirements:
+ Assist in the assembly of book fairs, by packing/unpacking metal cases, boxes, and displays with book and non-book product, according to established process and procedure and meeting productivity and quality standards
+ Demonstrate proficiency in packing all components and sub-components for all cases, boxes, and displays, with accuracy and quality
+ Ensure condition of all outbound cases, boxes, and displays are clean, safe, and in good condition
+ Learn and demonstrate basic scanner proficiency, i.e. scanning books that are out of stock
+ Responsible for the careful handling of all tools and merchandise at all times
+ Utilize proper techniques for lifting, packing, and handling heavy objects, climbing ladders and pushing/pulling display cases
+ Maintain attendance and punctuality as required by assigned work schedule and within company standards
+ Drug and alcohol free policy compliance
Qualifications
Qualifications:
+ Ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs, push/pull metal book cases up to 350lbs (with wheels/handles). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
+ Strong team player and the ability to get along with co-workers
+ Good verbal/written communication skills, basic math skills, and ability to read documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals
+ High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred
+ Forklift experience is a plus (if certified – must be at least 18 years of age)
+ Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
Time Type:
Full time
Job Type:
Regular Seasonal
Job Family Group:
Distrib & Matls Mgmt
Location Region/State:
Illinois
EEO Statement:
Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.
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Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is the world’s largest publisher and distributor of children’s books, a leading provider of core literacy curriculum and professional services, and a producer of educational and entertaining children’s media. The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children’s learning both in school and at home. With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online. True to its mission of 97 years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families. Learn more at: www.scholastic.com
We’re always looking for talented people to join Scholastic in instilling a love of reading and lifelong learning in children. At Scholastic, our benefit plans have been designed to be in line with market conditions and employee needs. Our plans provide flexibility and allow individuals a broad range of choices that can be tailored to meet each employee’s needs. Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
